US President Trump says the military is considering very strong options on Iran
President Trump's statement regarding strong military options on Iran signals a potential escalation in geopolitical tensions, which could influence risk sentiment across markets.
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US President Trump says the military is considering very strong options on Iran
[MARKET UPDATE] USD/JPY gradually dips under 158.00 (vs high 158.21), with some participants on intervention watch around these levels. Note: Japan is also on holiday, thus volumes from the region likely lower
[MARKET UPDATE] Spot XAU breaks to a new ATH, currently at USD 4554/oz, amid tensions in Iran and recent US data
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Investors might consider safe-haven assets like gold and the JPY to gain traction, while energy markets, particularly crude oil, could react to anticipated supply risks. Overall, this adds a layer of uncertainty that could impact forex and equity markets, leading to heightened volatility in the short term.
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